Belle & Sebastian – Dear Catastrophe Waitress

Dear Catastrophe Waitress, the sixth studio album by Scottish indie pop band Belle & Sebastian, was released on October 6, 2003. Produced by Trevor Horn, the album marked a departure from the band’s previous lo-fi sound, with a more polished and pop-friendly production.

The album features a diverse range of songs, from the upbeat and danceable “Step Into My Office, Baby” and “Stay Loose” to the more introspective and melancholy “Dear Catastrophe Waitress” and “Asleep On A Sunbeam.” Lyrically, the album explores themes of love, loss, and longing, with Murdoch’s trademark wit and charm on full display.

Dear Catastrophe Waitress was a critical and commercial success, reaching number one on the UK Albums Chart and being nominated for the Mercury Music Prize. It is widely considered to be one of Belle & Sebastian’s best albums, and it remains a beloved classic among fans.